Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer

Manchester

Are you an experienced Structural Engineer looking to take ownership of major projects while playing a key role in developing teams and shaping technical delivery?

First People Solutions is supporting a leading consulting engineer as they continue to grow their structural capability across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and built environment projects. With work spanning sectors including transportation, defence, energy, industrial, aviation and public infrastructure, this is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a genuine impact.

As a Principal Structural Engineer, you'll provide leadership across multiple projects, guiding design teams, supporting project delivery and acting as a trusted technical expert throughout the project lifecycle.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of structural engineering solutions, balancing technical excellence with programme, budget and client requirements.

Key duties will include:

Providing technical leadership across a range of complex engineering projects
Managing and mentoring structural engineers at varying levels of experience
Reviewing and approving design information to ensure quality and compliance
Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams and project stakeholders
Supporting project planning, resource allocation and commercial performance
Identifying project risks and developing practical engineering solutions
Contributing to bids, proposals and business development activities

What We're Looking For

Chartered engineer (MIStructE or MICE)
Demonstrable experience leading structural engineering teams and delivering complex projects
Strong understanding of structural analysis, design principles and UK engineering standards
Experience across a variety of structural forms and materials
Ability to manage technical delivery while maintaining commercial awareness
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience working within multidisciplinary project environments
Knowledge of current health, safety and CDM requirements

What's In It for You?

This position offers the chance to influence the direction of major projects while helping to develop the next generation of engineers. You'll join a collaborative environment where technical expertise is valued, professional development is encouraged, and challenging projects are the norm rather than the exception.

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age